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Jul 6, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Disappointed in a 2.57% Social Security COLA for 2025? These 3 Numbers Put Next Year's Raise in Perspective.
Next year's Social Security COLA may not be the most generous, but it's far from the lowest raise seniors have ever received.
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Jul 6, 2024 by Sean Williams
Is It Better to Collect Social Security at 62 or 66? A Comprehensive Analysis Offers a Clear-Cut Answer.
A lengthy study of 20,000 retired-worker claims finds that, between ages 62 and 66, one is likelier to maximize lifetime Social Security benefits.
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Jul 5, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
3 Ways You Could Be Leaving Some of Your Social Security Benefits on the Table
You need to do more than just sign up if you hope to maximize your Social Security checks and reduce the strain on your personal savings.
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Jul 5, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
How to Build a Million-Dollar Retirement for Your Child Starting in 2024
A few strategic moves in 2024 could transform your child's financial future.
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Jul 5, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Can Social Security Actually Go Broke? Here's the Real Story All Retirees Should Know.
It's important to dispel this giant myth.
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Jul 5, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
Why the First 10 Years of Your Career Are Critical for Retirement Savings
Retirement might feel far away now, but it comes up fast, so it's important to make saving for it a priority.
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Jul 5, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
Starting Social Security at Age 62 Can Be a Costly Decision. Here's How Much Income Retirees Could Lose
Retirees that start Social Security at age 62 often pay a high price in terms of lost benefit income.
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Jul 5, 2024 by Katie Brockman
Here's How Much the Average American Has in Retirement Savings -- and How You Can Beat It
Here's where the average worker stands when it comes to retirement savings.
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Jul 4, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
1 Retirement Savings Hack That Has Created Many Millionaires, and Will Continue to Make More
This retirement savings strategy is almost guaranteed to vastly improve your future financial security, as long as you stick with the plan.
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Jul 4, 2024 by Maurie Backman
I Used to Think It Was Possible to Retire on Social Security Alone. Here's Why That's Definitely No Longer My Plan.
That government retirement benefit may be less generous than you think.
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Jul 3, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
1 New Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) Rule That Makes Roth 401(k)s More Attractive in 2024
You might want to take a second look at the Roth 401(k) in 2024.
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Jul 3, 2024 by Maurie Backman
Knowing These 3 Things About Medicare Now Could Make Your Retirement Much Smoother
Healthcare is a major expense for retirees. You can better plan for it by getting a Medicare education.
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Jul 3, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
Surprise! Your Child's Summer Job Can Turn Into a Million-Dollar Roth IRA
It won't happen overnight, but with consistency and a game plan, it will be easier to reach the finish line.
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Jul 3, 2024 by Keith Speights
Here's the Average Social Security COLA From 1975 to 2023
How does the Social Security increase in recent years compare to the historical average COLA?
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Jul 3, 2024 by Trevor Jennewine
Here's the Biggest Social Security Benefit Possible for Retirees at Ages 62, 66, 67, and 70
When to claim Social Security is one of the most important financial decisions most people make during their lifetime.
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Jul 2, 2024 by Selena Maranjian
2024's Disappointing Social Security COLA Is Hurting Retirees: 5 Alternative Ways to Approach Retirement Savings
You shouldn't be counting on Social Security for that much, anyway. You'll want much more income than it provides.
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Jul 2, 2024 by Kailey Hagen, CFP
3 Reasons You Might Regret Retiring in Your 50s
Retiring at any age can bring a host of financial challenges, but those who retire in their 50s have some unique hurdles to overcome.
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Jul 2, 2024 by Katie Brockman
Social Security: The Average Retiree Could Collect $740 More per Month With This Simple Move
You could be earning far more from Social Security.
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Jul 2, 2024 by Charlene Rhinehart
Want to Be an IRA Millionaire? 2 Tips All Retirees Should Know
Becoming an IRA millionaire is straightforward, but you'll need a few key ingredients to reach your goal.
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Jul 2, 2024 by James Brumley
3 Steps to Claiming the $4,873 Max Monthly Social Security Benefit
If you have to participate in the program, you may as well make the most of it.
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